Myths, Misconceptions,

Signs
and Symptoms of
Drug Abuse
Group 4
 Myths and Facts about Drugs
Misconceptions of Abuse

Drugs of abuse shut down proper brain

Drugs of abuse
functioning. Certain drugs stimulate the brain but
improve memory. do not really help improve memory. Most drug
users claim they think better and clearly after
taking drugs but tests on performance and
cognition have proven that they have performed
worst.

Drugs of abuse do not improve memory.

 Myths and Facts about Drugs
Misconceptions of Abuse

Drugs of abuse help in Certain drugs of abuse stimulate the

the digestion of food. production of stomach acids. Constant
exposure to higher than normal acid level
damages stomach linings which can result
to ulcers.

Drugs of abuse do not help in the digestion

of food.
 Myths and Facts about Drugs
Misconceptions of Abuse

Drugs of abuse make a

Certain drugs of abuse remove shyness and
person bold and brave. inhibition. In psychology, normal inhibition
prohibits a person to do unacceptable things,
thoughts and desires.

Drugs of abuse place a user in a dangerous

and life-threatening situation.
 Myths and Facts about Drugs
Misconceptions of Abuse

Drugs of abuse remove Drugs of abuse are not the solution to problems
life's problems and and worries people encounter. Some people
believe that using drugs eliminate one's problems
worries
and worries in life. The truth is drugs of abuse
will only worsen the scenario and further add
more problems some of which are even harder to
solve. Drugs of abuse worsen life's problems and
worries.
 Myths and Facts about Drugs
Misconceptions of Abuse

Drug users believe that certain drugs cause the blood to

Drugs of abuse heat up
become warmer, increasing the body temperature. The truth
the body about this is far from reality. Drugs dilate blood in the skin
makes the blood to flow nearer to the skin which enhances
convection of heat from the body to the outside
environment. Convection transfer heat from inside the body
to the outside.

Drugs of abuse do not heat up the body; instead they make

the body lose heat faster than normal.
Signs and Symptoms of drug use
• Declining interest in studies and work
• Identification with known drug users
• Negative outlook in life
• Uncontrolled irritation
• Paranoia
• Severe feeling of depression and loneliness
• Complains of over fatigue
• Frequent involvement in petty fights and crimes
Signs and Symptoms of drug use
• Frequent changes of mood and extreme mood swings
• Lousy physical appearance
• Reddish eyes
• Sudden loss in weight
• Frequent complaints of headache and stomach pain
• Convulsions
• Frequent attacks of cough and runny nose
Signs and Symptoms of drug use
• Brown stains on fingerprints
• Foul body smell
• Wearing of sunglasses even at night
• Loss of balance
• Loss of interest in sports or hobbies
• Poor judgment and loss of inhibition
• Loss of concentration
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